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Michigan reports lowest daily coronavirus death total since March

The Michigan health department reported the lowest daily number of coronavirus deaths since March on Sunday, with 11 deaths. This brings the statewide death toll to 4,891.

The statewide number of COVID-19 cases have also risen to 51,142 with an additional 638 cases reported Sunday, according to data from the state health department.

Data also show 28,234 people have recovered from the coronavirus as of Friday, according to the state health department. This is defined by officials as cases who are 30 days out from their onset of illness.

The average age of coronavirus deaths is 75.3 years old. The state median age of those deceased as of Sunday is 77. The age range of those who have died due to the virus is 5 to 107, according to state data.

Michiganders in the 80-plus age range account for 11% of cases but make up 42% of deaths. Following that age range come those in the 70 to 79 range, who comprise 27% of deaths.

Among the confirmed cases, 53% are female, 47% are male and less than 1% are unknown. Men account for 53% of the deaths.

By race, African Americans — who count for 14% of the state's population — represent 31% of the state's confirmed cases and 40% of deaths. Caucasians account for 36% of the cases and 50% of deaths. Those of unknown race account for 18% of the cases and 4% of deaths.